Jinyoung and Jaebeom

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After what felt like years of Youngjae not texting him, Hoseok was even more confused by the sudden text from out of nowhere after practically ghosting him. Hoseok even contemplated whether he should or should not go to the library and take part of Youngjae's game, yet here he was, steps inching closer and closer to the libraries entrance. As he walked inside, Hoseok took note of how bare it was, quickly noticing both Jinyoung and Jaebeom sitting at a table while staring at him.

'Surely this is the first clue,' Hoseok thought making quick work to stand in front of the couple. Jinyoung gave Hoseok a friendly wave and smile and Jaebeom followed in pursuit of his partner. Standing awkwardly with an eyebrow raised, Jinyoung only mimicked the look of Hoseok before chuckling in amusement.

"If you are looking for a clue, it isn't from us." Jinyoung stated, leaning back against the chair with his arms now folded over his chest.

Hoseok stood in disbelief, shifting his gaze between Jaebeom and Jinyoung with a look of desperation. "Well don't you think it is ironic that you are both here as soon as Youngjae texted me to be here?" he retaliated smugly.

"It is merely just a coincidence, darling." Jinyoung replied, focusing his stare onto Jaebeom as he pinched his side gently to quiet him down.

Jaebeom showed Hoseok and apologetic look before reaching into his pocket to show a green envelope with Hoseok's name on it. Hoseok reached out to grab it, but Jaebeom was quick to react and pulled the envelope back to his chest in a hurry. "Sorry, Hoseok, the only way you are going to get this envelope is by answering a question by yours truly." Jaebeom stated, gesturing himself as a cocky manner.

Receiving an elbow to his chest by Jinyoung, Jaebeom groaned making Jinyoung take another piece of paper from Jaebeom's pocket. He cleared his throat before speaking up once again, "To win the next clue to get closer to our precious otter boy, you must answer this question correctly: if Youngjae were to have a one-month holiday from school and work, what would he do?"

Hoseok tilted his head at Jinyoung and Jaebeom's furrowed eyebrows, signaling to him that they did not know the answer until reading it on the sheet. His shoulders shook as he chuckled quietly, his heart feeling more warmer as he did indeed know the answer to the question, remembering that Youngjae had told him on a night out while they were separated from the boys.

"Youngjae would like to do charity work in Africa so he can help those in need." He answered confidently, rubbing the back of his neck shyly, "He has been saving money for a while now and is getting ready to do that when he graduates."

Jaebeom and Jinyoung nodded at how Hoseok had perfectly answered the question, now holding the envelope out for him to take the sheet properly now. Hoseok held it lightly in his head while thanking the couple with his welcoming smile. Jinyoung leaned over the table to yank Hoseok's coat gently so he could turn around and look at them for a final time.

"Treat him well, Hoseok. He deserves the most happiness out of all of us, okay?" Jinyoung spoke in a mum tone, Jaebeom nodding in agreement to his partner's words.

Grinning faintly, Hoseok spoke up once more, "I wouldn't dream of breaking his heart, he means a lot to me too."

A nod of approval was given by Jaebeom so Hoseok finally decided to leave after bidding them a proper goodbye. His heart was pounding more than usual at the thought of getting closer to Youngjae, his ears and face heating up as he exited past the library's doors with the envelope still in his hand.

He stood on the side of his campus's pathway, opening the letter to see where his next location was. Hoseok's head fell back in awe and laughter at a picture of both Youngjae and Coco with the caption of 'Congratulations! You are almost there!'

Opening the letter fully, Hoseok read over the writing to see where Youngjae was leading him to now, 'Where flowers bloom, so does hope. Your next clue is in the greenhouse. Good luck <3'. Grinning widely, Hoseok put the letter into his coat's pocket and began making his way towards the green house quickly.

TO BE CONTINUED